Making Great Lamps: 50 Illuminating Projects, Techniques & Ideas
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| Rating | : | 4.10 (697 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1579902634 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
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A delightful selection for public libraries.Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. From Library Journal Decorative lamps sometimes produce better interior design statements than good light, but they are fun to have around. The lamp projects in this book are definitely not ordinary desk lamps. These are the creations of a group of artists who use such things as stacked flowerpots, copper tubing, beads, or metal colanders as raw materials. . Some lamps and shades are made from scratch, while other projects involve old lamps with new decoration
"Important page missing !" according to S. G, D.. If you want to make lamps this book will not be much help. This book has a few interesting ideas, however, on the whole it was a disappointment.I bought the book because I want to make my own lampsmany of the projects call for starting out with a lamp in working condition, which is not what I expected as per the title of the book. The projects that actually are about MAKING lamps refer you to the suppliers list on page 1Important page missing ! S. G, D. If you want to make lamps this book will not be much help. This book has a few interesting ideas, however, on the whole it was a disappointment.I bought the book because I want to make my own lampsmany of the projects call for starting out with a lamp in working condition, which is not what I expected as per the title of the book. The projects that actually are about MAKING lamps refer you to the suppliers list on page 142.THIS IS. 2.THIS IS. "Some Creative Lamps" according to CRW. I am really just writing a follow-up to the last review . I have a copy of the book so I was able to check page 1Some Creative Lamps CRW I am really just writing a follow-up to the last review . I have a copy of the book so I was able to check page 142 and mine does contain the Sources for Lampmaking Supplies (pg 144 is the Index). Mine is the 1st edition of the book so possibly the sources were omitted from a later printing or possibly the other reviewer received a defective copy.This book has some beautiful lamps to make as well as a few odd ones depending on you. 2 and mine does contain the Sources for Lampmaking Supplies (pg 1Some Creative Lamps CRW I am really just writing a follow-up to the last review . I have a copy of the book so I was able to check page 142 and mine does contain the Sources for Lampmaking Supplies (pg 144 is the Index). Mine is the 1st edition of the book so possibly the sources were omitted from a later printing or possibly the other reviewer received a defective copy.This book has some beautiful lamps to make as well as a few odd ones depending on you. Some Creative Lamps CRW I am really just writing a follow-up to the last review . I have a copy of the book so I was able to check page 142 and mine does contain the Sources for Lampmaking Supplies (pg 144 is the Index). Mine is the 1st edition of the book so possibly the sources were omitted from a later printing or possibly the other reviewer received a defective copy.This book has some beautiful lamps to make as well as a few odd ones depending on you. is the Index). Mine is the 1st edition of the book so possibly the sources were omitted from a later printing or possibly the other reviewer received a defective copy.This book has some beautiful lamps to make as well as a few odd ones depending on you. "Excellent book for learing lamp making, great photos" according to Angel Lee. This is an absolutely wonderful book for any craft enthusiast and would make a great housewarming gift. The book is filled with beautiful color examples. For each project there are clear written instructions, a complete supply list, & before and after pictures.First it takes you step by step with both text & photos on how to assemble & wire any lamp. Then it shows you how to build a lampshade from scratch. Types of light bulbs and
“Lamps that will attract attention even when the light is off.”—Good Housekeeping.. Plus tips for choosing the perfect shade, and the pros/cons of various light bulbs. Use simple raw materials, or salvage those old neglected lamps with a modern makeover. From the basics of wiring a lamp through fitting a shade, learn how to transform virtually any object into a unique source of light